Our Ambassadors
Our Ambassadors
A Hospice Ambassador is a celebrity or key business figure who voluntarily acts as a figurehead for the Northern Ireland Hospice. Supported by the Chief Executive, Hospice Ambassadors make a difference by promoting the work of the charity and seeking opportunities to reach more people with our messages. A Hospice Ambassador lends their high profile support to the Northern Ireland Hospice, this could be in the function of campaigning, awareness building and fundraising.
Celebrity Ambassadors
Vivian Campbell
In March 2018, Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell became an Ambassador for Northern Ireland Hospice.
Brendan Rodgers
Football Manager Brendan Rodgers became an official Ambassador of Northern Ireland Hospice in March 2016.
Craig Gilroy
Former Ulster and Ireland rugby player Craig Gilroy became an ambassador for Northern Ireland Children's Hospice in September 2025
Michael McKillop
Four-time gold medal winning Paralympian runner Michael McKillop became an ambassador for Northern Ireland Children's Hospice in February 2026.
Tom McKibbin
Young golfer Tom McKibbin became an official Ambassador of Northern Ireland Children’s in May 2016.
Simone Magill
International football star Simone Magill became an official Ambassador for NI Children’s Hospice in November 2017.
Gerry Armstrong
Former footballer and presenter Gerry Armstrong became an ambassador for Northern Ireland Hospice in July 2018.
Madison Wright
In June 2020, Madison Wright became the first Youth Ambassador for Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice.
Miss Northern Ireland
ACA Models and the current Miss and Mr Northern Ireland act as Northern Ireland Hospice Ambassadors as part of their role.
Adrian Logan
TV and radio personality Adrian Logan became our volunteer ambassador in 2018.
Sign up for our CONNECT newsletter
